Thomas Lane

Thomas J. Lane

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth July 6, 1898
Date of Death June 14, 1994 (Age: 95)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Thomas Lane began his political career in state government, serving in both the Massachusetts House of Representatives and Senate. He then transitioned to the U.S. House of Representatives, where he sponsored significant legislation and served on the Board of Directors for the National Conference on Citizenship. Despite a notable legal issue involving tax evasion, Lane continued his public service career, culminating in a role on the Governor’s Council for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Political Ideas

Thomas Lane's political career is marked by a blend of ideological agility and principled stands that often defy conventional categorization. Despite his past tax evasion scandal, Lane sponsored legislation that established the National Conference on Citizenship as a Congressional-chartered organization, suggesting a nuanced approach to governance that balances personal ethics with broader civic engagement. His legislative efforts reveal a calculated strategy to protect regional industrial interests, as evidenced by unexpected alliances on environmental regulations. Lane's political identity is intriguingly complex, juxtaposing personal legal transgressions with a commitment to democratic processes.

Campaigns
1962: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Massachusetts House of Representatives 5th District

42.60% of vote

Loss

Winner: Bradford Morse

1960: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Massachusetts House of Representatives 7th District

Unopposed

Win
1958: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Massachusetts House of Representatives 7th District

75.60% of vote

Win
1956: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Massachusetts House of Representatives 7th District

68.50% of vote

Win
1954: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Massachusetts House of Representatives 7th District

Unopposed

Win
1952: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Massachusetts House of Representatives 7th District

74.70% of vote

Win
1950: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Massachusetts House of Representatives 7th District

78.50% of vote

Win